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The territory of Australia occupies an entire continent, so the main attractions of the country are natural objects. There are many in Australia national parks and nature reserves with developed tourism infrastructure. Australian beaches are especially worth noting; they attract not only lovers of huge waves - surfers, but also connoisseurs of exquisite resorts or lovers of tranquil beach holiday.
The cities are famous for their modern architecture - it is appreciated not only by Australians, but also World organization UNESCO, having included in its list a number of objects in and. There are ancient century-old buildings, all of which are used for modern needs. Cultural life represented by museums, art galleries, and war memorials.
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What to see and where to go in Australia?
The most interesting and beautiful places to visit, photographs and brief descriptions.
1. Great Barrier Reef
An incredible natural phenomenon. The natural complex, consisting of almost a thousand islands and three thousand coral reefs, can be seen even from space - it covers an area of 350 km². The shores of the islands offer views that cannot be found anywhere else in the world. Diving enthusiasts have also long appreciated this place and its beauty, but one must remember that during diving the corals should not be touched with hands because of their fragility.
2. Tasmania
Tourists call this place ideal for relaxation - mild climate, picturesque landscapes, unique flora and fauna. The island's topography allows for water, mountain and beach tourism. Many inhabitants of Tasmania are found only here, and relict plant species grow in the evergreen forests. Therefore, a fifth of the island is occupied by nature reserves and National parks, which are available to visitors.
3. Port Jackson
One of the largest bays in the world. It was in this area that colonialists began settling Australia, and it is still of great importance for the country. There are many ports in the bay. On the shores of the bay there are famous sights - Opera theatre Sydney and the Harbor Bridge, unspoken symbols of the country. Ferries in the bay carry up to 100 thousand passengers every day - local residents and tourists.
4. Sydney Opera House
Built over 14 years on the shores of Port Jackson Bay. His flying silhouette seems to hover above water surface. Due to its unusual architectural shapes, similar to sails, the theater is included in the UNESCO protection list. The theater complex consists of several halls, the largest of which seats 2,500 spectators. There can be 5 performances running simultaneously. The theater premises also house souvenir shops, bars and restaurants.
5. Harbor Bridge (Sydney)
Along with the Opera House there is business card Sydney. The length of the bridge is 1200 meters. It carries vehicular, pedestrian and rail traffic. Its steel arched structure resembles a coat rack, which is why locals call the Harbor Bridge that way. On New Year the bridge becomes the main point of attraction for people, because in New Year's Eve Hundreds of fireworks are launched from it.
6. Sydney Tower
A popular city landmark with a total height of 305 meters. High-speed elevators take visitors to a height of 250 meters. There is an observation deck that offers panoramic views of the surrounding Sydney area. Tourists can see from a bird's eye view the skyscrapers of the city, the bay and the ocean against the backdrop of the mountains. Under observation deck there is a turret in which a revolving restaurant is located.
7. Queen Victoria Building (Sydney)
Grand building shopping center. Its dimensions are impressive - 190 meters long, 30 meters wide. The Romanesque building was built on the site of the city market in 1918. Its decoration is a copper dome with glass inserts. The interior is decorated with a dial that is a copy of Big Ben. Every time the chimes strike, a small theatrical performance takes place about the life of the royal family.
8. Carlton Gardens (Melbourne)
Located in the center of Melbourne, they are a green oasis with a Victorian-style garden, fountains and two artificial lakes. There are tennis courts and a children's playground. A single complex with gardens makes up the Royal Exhibition Center, which hosts exhibitions on various topics. The entire complex is a UNESCO protected site. Besides exhibition center visitors can explore the Melbourne Museum. It consists of 10 galleries of permanent and temporary exhibitions, auditoriums, small theater venues, and a research center. There is an IMAX cinema.
9. City Circle tram (Melbourne)
Antique-style excursion tram. The tram's interior is quite modern with retro design elements. Tourists will be especially pleased to know that it is free. Its route is laid out at the most remarkable sights historical center cities – Royal Botanical Garden, Chinatown, Queen Victoria Building. The trip takes about 40 minutes. For tourists there is an audio guide in English.
10. National Gallery of Victoria (Melbourne)
This is the largest art gallery in Australia. Founded in the 19th century. It exhibits paintings by Van Dyck, Rubens, Monet, Picasso and others. In total, the gallery's holdings amount to 65,000 exhibits. In addition to paintings, the public is presented with ancient objects, ancient vases, and ceramics. The number of visitors to the Victoria Gallery is about a million people a year.
11. MONA Museum (Hobart)
Founded by a Tasmanian millionaire in 2011. Having become rich from gambling and betting, the tycoon invested about $80 million in creating a museum with an avant-garde collection of works of art. The building is an underground pyramid-bunker. Most of the exhibits not only amaze with their originality, but also shock some visitors who are accustomed to classical examples of painting and sculpture.
12. Australian War Memorial (Canberra)
Erected in honor of soldiers who participated and died in hostilities. It is one of the most impressive in the world. IN memorial Complex includes the Hall of Remembrance and the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, Memorial Museum and Research Center. A sculpture garden is also included in the complex. It features a sculpture of an Australian soldier and flanks the walkway with signs telling stories about military history countries.
13. Monument of Remembrance (Melbourne)
Built according to the design of architects who took part in the First World War. Built in the classicist style from marble in 1934. The appearance resembles a mausoleum. In its center there is a sanctuary, it is surrounded by a gallery. It contains the Stone of Remembrance. Below the sanctuary is a marble hall in which the units of Australian troops who participated in the First and Second World Wars are listed on panels.
14. Convict settlement Port Arthur
Included in the list of 11 convict settlements in Australia built by Britain. All of them form a single UNESCO heritage site. Port Arthur is located in Tasmania. This prison was considered the most terrible in the world - it housed the most notorious lawbreakers. The prison complex consisted of 60 buildings for various purposes - from punishment cells to cathedral. Now the remains of the buildings are available for inspection by tourists.
15. Salamanca Market (Hobart)
Popular outdoor market in Tasmania. Every Saturday, more than 300 stalls are set up here with a wide variety of amazing products. Vintage jewelry, pine and glass animal figurines, lamps, paintings - the list goes on and on. Musical accompaniment from street musicians adds a special flavor. To relax, you can go to a small cafe and eat a national dish with local wine.
16. Melbourne Cricket Ground
Cricket stadium. Was the main site of the Summer Olympics in 1956. It can accommodate more than 100,000 spectators, making it the tenth largest in the world in terms of capacity. The record attendance is more than 120,000 people. The stadium was built in 1884, since then it has been reconstructed and completed several times. Artificial lighting has been installed, which allows games to be played at the stadium at any time of the day.
17. Royal Botanic Garden Sydney
Located in the business district of Sydney - a green corner of nature among skyscrapers. The garden area is 30 hectares. The land here is not fertile and is not suitable for food crops. The Australian authorities decided to collect plants from all over the country here. Now almost 9,000 species of plants and 5,000 trees grow there. Entrance to the garden is free. About 3.5 million people visit it annually.
18. Queen's Park (Perth)
Located on the banks of the Swan River in the center of Perth. Occupies an area of 4 km². The park was founded in 1895 and more than half of it is occupied by the Australian bush. The rest of the area is planted with trees. The park's botanical garden is home to about 2,000 Australian plants. The pride of the park and botanical garden is the wildflower festival, held once a year and collecting a large number of visitors.
19. Royal Botanic Gardens Melbourne
On an area of 38 hectares. 12,000 plants were planted along the Yara River in Melbourne. These are samples of the flora not only of Australia, but of the whole world. The total number of plants exceeds 50,000 specimens. A branch of the botanical garden is located 50 km from Melbourne. total area gardens in this place exceed 300 hectares. The work of scientists in the section of Australian plants of the branch has repeatedly received world-class awards.
20. South Bank Park (Brisbane)
Opened in 1992. The park area is completely different from the urban landscape - rain forest and savannas, beaches, lakes and the Brisbane River embankment. The park's attractions include a 60-meter-high Ferris wheel, the Queensland Conservatory, and the Nepal Peace Pagoda. The park hosts many festivals and entertainment events every year. About 11 million people visit the park every year.
21. Twelve Apostles
Limestone cliffs on the ocean coast. Located in Port Campbell Park, Victoria. They represent eight rocks standing close to each other. Some reach a height of 45 meters. Helicopter rides are popular among tourists in this area. There are hiking trails through the park to the rocks; you can look at them from a steep cliff. The Twelve Apostles look especially beautiful against the background of the ocean in the rays of the setting sun.
22. Uluru (Ayers Rock)
A natural attraction in the center of the desert is protected by UNESCO. About 400,000 people visit it annually. It is a brown-orange rock. Its peculiarity is the ability to change color depending on the lighting. At dawn, the color of the rock has a lilac tint; during the day, the hue turns alternately pink, purple, red, and gold. The height of the mountain is 348 meters, width is 3.6 km.
23. Blue Mountains
A picturesque place in a national park near Sydney. Eucalyptus trees and ferns grow in the park. A special feature of the mountains is the color of their peaks. Drops of eucalyptus oil cover the leaves of plants and in the sunlight it seems that the tops of the mountains are covered with a bluish haze. There are several observation platforms with excellent views on the territory. The Blue Mountains are popular with rock climbers and mountain bikers.
24. Cockatoo
It is a large national park in Australia. Its dimensions are approximately 200*100 km. Vegetable and animal worlds diverse - thousands of species of plants and animals grow and live in the park. In the caves of the park there are well-preserved examples of rock art made by the Australian Aborigines. Some samples are almost 20,000 years old. There are camping areas, cafes and shops for tourists.
25. Horizontal waterfalls
Looking at these waterfalls, the illusion is created that they fall not from top to bottom, but “horizontally”. This effect occurs during high and low tides. During these periods, water accumulates in gorges and does not have time to escape through narrow passages. The height difference created gives the effect of a waterfall. Changes in water directions occur 3-4 times a day. Some tourists come here just to admire the views, and some come here for the extreme adventure of passing the waterfalls on boats.
26. Stone wave
Amazingly shaped rock formation. Looks like a giant ocean wave in the middle of land. About 150,000 tourists come here every year to see this natural wonder with their own eyes. A small retaining wall was built to protect against rock collapse. According to scientists, the rock received this shape approximately 60 million years ago. An underground music festival is held here every year.
27. Royal Canyon
The length of the canyon exceeds 2 km, the height of its walls reaches 300 meters. There are two hiking trails along the canyon. Easier to navigate is the trail along the bottom of the canyon. A walk along it will take about an hour. The second, leading to the top of the canyon, is more difficult and takes about 3-4 hours. However, tourists say that the stunning view from the top is worth the effort.
28. Cataract Gorge (Launceston)
The gorge is a 15-minute walk from Launceston city. The place is popular with both tourists and local residents. Here you can relax comfortably - swim in outdoor pool, ride the ski lift, admire picturesque views gorges. There are hiking trails along it. Short tracks no more than a kilometer long lead to bridges over small rivers, observation platforms and to the tops of rocks.
29. Mount Wellington (Tasmania)
Favorite place for active tourists. There are many trails on the slopes of the mountain, some of which can be ridden by bicycle. The infrastructure around is poorly developed - there are no cafes, shops, or attractions. The basalt rock ledges are called “Organ Pipes” - they present an extremely unusual sight. From the top of the mountain, 1270 meters high, in the absence of fog, there is a view of the national park 100 km from the mountain.
30. Cape Byron
The cape was discovered in 1770 by the navigator James Cook. The name was given in honor of the world traveler John Byron. In 1901, a lighthouse was erected on the shore of the cape. It is the only functioning lighthouse from the reign of Queen Victoria. In addition to practical benefits, the snow-white lighthouse decorates the area and adds romance to it. There is an observation deck at the top of the lighthouse.
31. Great Ocean Road
The road is considered a tourist attraction as it passes through iconic places in Australia. Traveling along this road, you can visit the Lock Ard ridge, Port Campbell National Park, the unusual shore of shipwrecks, and the Twelve Apostles rocks. The length of the road is 243 km. Some parts of it are considered very dangerous. Along highway laid walking trail for tourists 104 km long.
32. Kuranda Railway
Considered one of the most dangerous railways in the world. The 37-kilometer railway line is mainly used by tourists to get their adrenaline rush. The train's route passes along fragile-looking bridges through deep gorges. But the risk is justified by the views from the window - the road is laid through rainforests and past several picturesque waterfalls. There is an opportunity to admire exotic plants and mountain peaks.
33. Sandy Fraser Island
Sand Island length 120 km. The width ranges from 7 to 23 km. The dunes that make up the island were formed about 400,000 years ago and can be as high as 240 meters. The island has about 40 lakes with fresh water. The largest of them has a size of more than 200 hectares. The nature of the island is incredibly diverse - a hundred-kilometer white sand beach, swamps, mangrove and equatorial forests. The island is a UNESCO listed site.
34. Phillip Island Penguin Parade
One of unusual excursions Australia looks like a show starring small penguins. This happens at sunset - the penguins leave the ocean in formation and go to their homes. Penguins spend the entire day in the ocean collecting food. They are forced to unite into organized groups by confronting a common danger - large seagulls prefer to attack individuals. Several groups of penguins parade around for an hour.
35. Kangaroo
The kangaroo is a living symbol of Australia. This amazing animal is featured on the country's coat of arms and some coins. This is because kangaroos do not live anywhere except this continent. The number of these animals in Australia exceeds the number of people. There are road signs on the country's roads warning that traffic may be obstructed by kangaroos. They are a favorite not only among Australians, but all over the world.
Best beaches in Australia
The most popular and beautiful beaches, photographs and brief description.
Manly and Bondi beaches (Sydney)
Sydney's oceanfront location has given it wonderful beaches. Bondi Beach is considered modern and popular. Most youth vacationers come with a surfboard. There are many restaurants and bars on the beach, which are rarely empty. Concerts and festivals are often held here. Manly Beach has golden soft sand. It is not for nothing that he is included in the number best beaches Sydney - it is always crowded. Hundreds of vacationers find entertainment to their liking - swimming, sports games, dancing in bars, cycling.
Surfers Paradise Beach (Gold Coast)
The beach capital of Australia's Gold Coast. Surfers Paradise Beach is sometimes called Australia's "Miami Beach". Here is the most tall skyscraper countries with an observation deck at an altitude of 230 meters. The name of the beach itself implies that it is perfect place for surfers - huge waves and warm water. In addition, Surfers Paradise has the title of a sophisticated resort, with shopping opportunities right on the beach.
Mindil Beach (Darwin)
Sunset time on the beach is the best and most interesting time to visit. At this time, the evening market begins to operate here. But before shopping, a mandatory ritual is to watch the sun plunge into sea waters. In addition to the shopping stalls, you need to take time for tasting national dishes. Darwin is home to 50 nationalities, each showcasing the cuisine of their homeland.
The description of Australia's attractions is impressive. Mountains, cliffs, gorges, deserts, amazing shores and bays - the shortest listThe names of Australian landmarks can take up a hundred pages. Most of them are parks and reserves.What attractions in Australia are not related to nature? Here is a short list of them:
Cape Tribulation . In that unique place Two Natural World Heritage National Parks converge, the Daintree Rainforest and the Great Barrier Reef. This is one of the few places in Australia where the rainforest runs straight down to the sea.
Australian Butterfly Sanctuary , located in the middle of nature in the village Kuranda , offers to see 2000 species of butterflies.
Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary -house for animals wildlife Australia. Kangaroos, possums, Tasmanian devils, wombats, emus and lyrebirds live here. And his main pride is about 130 koalas. Here you can see animals and birds without cages or visit inside cages with them, get as close as the animal allows.
Lamington National Park -the kingdom of the subtropical jungle. It is a forest with vines, palm trees and ancient ferns. From the Oreilis plateau, almost a kilometer above sea level, a beautiful panorama of mountains and valleys opens up.
Currumbin Nature Reserve -27 hectares of beautiful landscapes next to Currumbin Beach. In one of the largest Australian parks you can feed kangaroos, parrots, and there is a snake show.
Rottnest Island , Western Australia -a nature reserve off the coast of Perth, an ecologically clean area where cars are prohibited. Ancient cypress and tea tree forests have been preserved here, as well as unique small short-tailed kangaroos, the Quoccas, which were mistaken for rats by the Dutch discoverers, who named the island Rottnest, which means “rat’s nest.”
Kimberly -region of Western Australia, located in the north of the state. The area of Kimberley is 3 times larger than the area of the whole of Great Britain. This is a land of stark contrasts. There are the gorgeous beaches of Cable Beach in Brooma to the west and rugged red ridges and gorges to the east. The Kimberley contains some of the world's most ancient landscapes, millions of years old.
Geikie Gorge National Park . The gorge, more than 14 km long, was formed by the waters of the Fitzroy River, which for many years made its way through the ancient coastal limestone barrier reef.
Vindhana Gorge National Park . East of town Derby is home to the Vindyana Gorge, which stretches for 3.5 km, formed by the Lennard River in the thickness of a limestone reef aged 350 million years. The riverbed is filled with water only when summer season, from November to May.
Northern Territory Wildlife Park invites you to plunge into the world of wildlife and enjoy all the diversity of tropical Australia. Particular attention in the park is paid to the restoration of local animal species that are on the verge of extinction.
National Park Lichfield-one of the most beautiful parks Northern Territory. The park is located 140 km south of Darwin. The park is famous for its rain forests, natural ponds, picturesque cascading waterfalls, the most famous of which are Wangi, Tolmer and Florence.
Nitmiluk National Park is home to the Jawoin people. Over millions of years, rains have carved 13 separate gorges of incredible beauty from sandstone. Not only can you take a boat ride on the river flowing through the gorges and swim in it, but you can also walk along scenic trails to Seventeen Miley Crystal Falls, Katta-Katta Caves and hot springs. thermal springs Mataranka. The park has the beautiful Katherine Gorge.
Arnhem Land is located in the northeast of the Northern Territory and borders the Kakadu National Park, the Coburg Peninsula and the Arafura Sea. The vast expanse of the park is occupied by tropical savannas, wild sea beaches, deserted islands, rivers teeming with fish, lush tropical forests, huge snow-white dunes. These lands belong to the Aboriginal people, so you can only get here with a special permit or with a tourist group.
West MacDonnell National Park This is a picturesque nature reserve west of Alice Springs. The parallel MacDonnell Ranges belong to ancient mountains on the planet. The gorges are home to many endemic species of plants and animals. extraordinary beauty. Simpson Gap is located 20 km from Alice Springs. Part of the Western MacDonnell Ranges is an Aboriginal gorge and rainwater lake.
Tasmania -island off the south- east coast Australia, separated from the mainland by Bass Strait. Tasmania is named after the navigator Abel Tasman, who discovered the island. This is the most small state countries. There are mountains and hills, valleys with historical cities, plateaus, volcanoes, tropical forests, hundreds of lakes and snow-white beaches.
Mount Wellington 1270 m high. The top of the mountain is often snow-covered in almost all seasons except summer. The mountain offers stunning views of Hobart and its surrounding areas, including Bruny Island, the Huony Derwent Valley, and the national park areas to the west of Hobart.
South East National Park -Tasmania's largest national park. This is the earth majestic mountains, dense forests and green plains. A convict settlement was founded on Sarah Island in Macquarie Bay in 1821.
Franklin Gordon National Park with wild, fast-flowing rivers, majestic mountain peaks, and dense forests, they are located in the center of the Tasmanian region, listed as a nature reserve of world significance.
Lake Saint Clare National Park. In this part nature reserve are Mount Cradle, the most high mountain Tasmania Ossa, Lake St. Clare, the deepest freshwater lake Australia.
Port Arthur -a former convict settlement, the largest in Australia, which housed more than 12,500 convicts from 1830 to 1877. There are regular boat trips to the Isle of the Dead, where more than 2,000 people are buried. Port Arthur is located on the Tasmanian Peninsula, famous for its extraordinary rock formations: the Tasmanian Arch and the Devil's Kitchen.
Tasmanian Devil Park is located near Port Arthur and small town Rams. Every morning at 11, Tasmanian devils are fed here. Here you can also see typical Tasmanian animals up close, such as wombats, marsupial martens, etc. The park is also a refuge for all injured animals.
Mount Field National Park is one of Tasmania's oldest national parks near Hobart. Trails through eucalyptus and ferns lead to the picturesque Russell Falls.
Cataract National Park - one of the best parks in Tasmania. There is a canal chairlift and a suspension bridgeAustralia is one most interesting countries for tourists. A combination of unique natural sites, national parks, Aboriginal cultural monuments, modern architectural gems - the beautiful places in Australia can be listed endlessly. Among them there are several natural and man-made objects that can be called symbols of the country, and first of all this concerns the Great Barrier Reef.
Great Barrier Reef
The Great Barrier Reef is unique natural object, a beautiful place included in the UN World Heritage List. The GBR is considered an underwater Mecca for divers around the world. It stretches along the entire east coast of Australia and consists of beautiful coral reefs (about 2900) and atolls (more than 300).
Magnificent beaches, amazing tropical nature, beautiful undersea world reef - stunningly beautiful corals of bizarre shapes, colorful fish of all kinds leave no one indifferent. GBR is a reserve for marine animals and rare birds. It is in this incomparable place in Australia that the most beautiful shells are found, reaching a weight of more than 200 kg!
Sydney - the pearl of Australia
Sydney, although not the capital of Australia, is considered the most beautiful city in the country. It harmoniously combines Hi-tech And natural beauty. Next to the City's skyscrapers there are many parks and green spaces, including the Royal Botanic Garden, located on 34 hectares!
Excellent beaches and a picturesque embankment, magically glowing with neon at night, numerous museums and art galleries, beautiful places, restaurants and bars inviting you to enjoy original Australian cuisine.
The calling card of the city is the Sydney Opera House, a majestic building that seems to be floating under full sail on the coastal waves, recognized as one of the most beautiful architectural buildings in Australia and the world. Its roof in the shape of 4 shells is covered with a million tiles, which, under different lighting conditions, create an indescribable and constantly changing color picture.
Its theater curtain, made by French masters, is the largest in the world. First place for a huge mechanical organ concert hall, it consists of 10,500 pipes.
Kakadu National Park
Another a nice place Australia - Kakadu Park, which gets its name from the name of the local Aboriginal language. It occupies about 20 thousand km 2 and is home not only to rare plants and animals, but also to 500 indigenous Australian inhabitants. Precipitous cliffs, mesmerizing with their inaccessibility, frame and protect the landscapes of this place.
The park contains caves and sites of ancient aborigines. The rock art of ancient Australian peoples is considered the best in the world and dates back 18 thousand years.
The beauty of Australia's Kakadu Park lies in its nature. Everything around looks as if no one has ever set foot on these hills, no one has wandered in the virgin forests, no one has drunk water from the numerous rivers and reservoirs.
Blue Mountains National Park
The Blue Mountains are one of the most beautiful places in the world. The park received this name due to a rare optical phenomenon - sunlight is refracted on drops of oil from the huge eucalyptus trees that cover most of the mountains, and acquires a delicate blue tint that turns the mountain range into a beautiful mirage.
The park contains trees characteristic of the tropical zone of Australia: acacia, mint tree, tree ferns, blue eucalyptus. The fauna is represented by the majority of marsupials - gray and mountain kangaroos, opossums, swamp wallabies. There are also many beautiful tropical birds here.
The most popular places in the park are observation decks with views of the valleys, the famous Three Sisters rocks, named in Aboriginal legends, and Echo Gorge.
Underground city of Coober Pedy
Uniquely beautiful opals were and are mined in Australia. The first prospectors developing the mines were so tired of the 50-degree heat of the desert that they decided to place their homes in old mined-out mines. Underground temperatures rarely reached values above 20-25 0 C, and the families of miners took root well underground, organizing the city of Coober Pedy, which became the world capital of opal mining.
The city is fully equipped for a comfortable life. Its tunnels house restaurants, a museum, shops, pottery workshops and even an Orthodox church. The world's only cave hotel, Desert Cave, is also located in this place. The beautiful and surreal desert landscapes and original underground houses have become the film set for many famous science fiction films.
Tasmania Island Wildlife Refuge
Tasmania is the most beautiful place in Australia, it is a separate state on the island, which is a wildlife reserve on more than 50% of its territory. Due to its significant elevation above sea level, the island has created a unique climate for evergreens and other plants that can only be found in Australia and in a few places in the southern hemisphere.
The island is home to many unique animals and birds - the Tasmanian devil, the Tasmanian marsupial wolf, the orange-bellied parrot, etc.
You can tell a lot about beautiful places in Australia, each of them is interesting and attractive in its own way. Sometimes you get the impression that even a lifetime is not enough to enjoy all the beauties of this mysterious and distant country.
Australia, officially called the Commonwealth of Australia, is a country located in the southern hemisphere of our planet and occupies the entire mainland of the same name and several adjacent islands. Due to its size, it is the sixth largest state in the world. The attractions of Australia are very numerous and varied, because this country has a rich history and a huge cultural heritage. World-famous unique natural phenomena, the unique flora and fauna of the continent, as well as the modern architecture of Australian cities - all this attracts a large number of tourists to this amazing continent. We will tell you in more detail about what to see and how to occupy your leisure time in this article.
City attractionsSydney
One of the most famous buildings in the world is the main attraction - the Sydney Opera House. The unique design and the roof, stylized as the sails of a ship, create a unique image of this symbol of the city. The building is listed among the most outstanding modern buildings. The theater was founded in 1973. And since 2007 it has been included in the list of UNESCO protected sites.
The Harbor Bridge is one of the largest bridges in the world with an arched steel structure. Its opening took place in 1932. Accompanied by a guide, tourists can climb the bridge arches using stairs specially installed for this purpose in 1998. The top deck offers truly magnificent views of Sydney.
In addition, while vacationing in Sydney, you should definitely visit the Sydney Aquarium. Here you can admire 650 different species of local marine life.
Melbourne
Melbourne is commonly called the cultural capital of Australia. Various exhibitions and educational events are constantly held here. The main attractions of Melbourne in Australia are examples of Victorian architecture that have been perfectly preserved to this day. In the city you can see many buildings built in this style of the 19th century.
Adelaide
Adelaide is a city with convenient infrastructure and a large number of parks. Tourists can visit interesting museums and exhibitions in the city. Among them is the South Australian Museum with an exhibition representing the life of local residents. Another important attraction of Adelaide in Australia is the city zoo, where you can admire giant pandas.
Natural attractions
Kangaroo Island
One of the main attractions of Australia is the amazing Kangaroo Island. The island's territory was disconnected from the mainland during the Ice Age. Thanks to this, the island presents rare forms of animal and plant life that do not exist anywhere else on the planet.
Red Desert
Another natural mystery of Australia is the Red Desert. Travelers see majestic red monoliths rising under the sands. The largest of the monoliths is 348 m high and is called Uluru. Also nearby is a system of 36 red rock formations.
Twelve Apostles
As the main attraction of Australia, it is worth noting the chain of rocks called the “Twelve Apostles”. It is located on the coast of Victoria. From a specially equipped observation deck you can see twelve limestone rocks that grow straight out of the water. The rocks owe their bizarre shape to the centuries-old work of sea waves.
Australia is an incredible country, whose people are good-natured and friendly, and nature in its original form coexists with megacities. A country that occupies an entire continent, with picturesque and breathtaking sights. For many travelers, Australia is on the list of must-see places. And if it is also present on your list, then check out the best attractions of Australia so as not to miss the main thing.
1. Sydney Harbor
No harbor in the world compares in beauty to Sydney. It rightfully occupies a leading place among natural harbors and is the most beautiful attraction of Sydney.
The harbor stretches 240 kilometers along the coast. It attracts tourists with its azure waves, yacht trips in picturesque surroundings, and countless parks that flaunt along the entire coast. In addition, this beautiful place in Australia is rich in historical monuments, which attract a huge number of visitors every year.
2. Great Barrier Reef
- a true natural wonder and UNESCO heritage and, without a doubt, the main attraction of Australia. In size it surpasses most similar reefs, and among the formations created by living organisms, it has no equal to this day. Due to its size, the reef is visible from space orbit.
A huge number of travelers from all over the world come to relax on the coasts of local islands and enjoy beautiful beaches, plunge into the underwater world of coastal waters, take part in unforgettable excursions and local entertainment. This magnificent place is the hottest tourist spot in Australia!
3. The Great Ocean Road and Victoria's 12 Apostles
For those looking for a relaxing holiday experience, Australia's Great Ocean Road is one of the most beautiful natural attractions in Australia and an exceptional destination for tourists and travelers. The path along the coast is filled with magnificent grottoes, rock arches and caves. But that's not all. Here you can also see an interesting attraction called the 12 Apostles of Victoria - a dozen limestone columns towering above the sea.
In addition to the picturesque nature and coastal resort atmosphere, vacationers can enjoy spectacular water sports competitions, unforgettable festivals and exquisite wine tastings. For sophisticated tourists, there is the opportunity to enjoy a helicopter ride and get a completely different experience.
4. Red Rock Ayers Rock
Ayers Rock is a solid rock of colossal size - almost 350 meters in height. In ancient times, the mountain was worshiped by local residents, and today it is one of the most beautiful attractions of Australia, attracting large groups of tourists every year. Mount Ayers Rock was once an island in the vastness of a large lake. Nowadays, it conceals a huge number of caves, which to this day keep rock paintings and ritual altars of the aborigines on their walls.
Visitors to the attraction can climb with a guide onto the rock itself, and for those who do not dare to make such a journey, there are local guides who will lead you along interesting routes and tell legends and stories about the area.
5. Blue Mountains in Australia
The next picturesque natural area in Australia, which is a UNESCO property, is the Blue Mountains. They are located near Sydney, New South Wales. The forests of the Blue Mountains are predominantly composed of eucalyptus and tree ferns. There are eight parks and protected areas on the territory of the attraction, but not all of them are open to tourists. Australians are proud of this beautiful area and believe that it is a living example of the evolution and great diversity of the country's eucalyptus forests.
6. Kakadu National Park in Australia
Another tempting attraction of Australia, Kakadu National Park, is considered a unique place on the planet. Its name does not come from a species of parrot, as some mistakenly believe, but from the Aboriginal tribe "Kakadu". The uniqueness and splendor of the park lies in the fact that it is cut off from the surrounding world by rocks. After all, this is why among the inhabitants of the area there are unique representatives of the animal world; you will not see them in any other place on the planet. Also in the depths of the park there are two caves, which are famous for their rock art (approximately 3,600 years ago). Nature connoisseurs of bygone eras should definitely visit this beautiful place.
7. Whitsunday Islands
Among Australian resorts, the Whitsunday Islands occupy a special place. They have 74 separate islands and are part of the Great Barrier Reef where many tourists can explore the underwater world. Almost all islands can offer their visitors a walk through the national park. But still, most travelers come here precisely because of diving. Untouched beaches with clear water and amazing nature of the underwater world leave no one indifferent. And after exciting dives, it’s time to soak up the azure sandy beaches.
8. Sydney Tower
The tallest building in Sydney is the Sydney Tower; there is only one building in Australia that is taller than it. This beautiful Sydney city landmark is also open to the public. Its height is 305 m. You can reach the upper tier using three high-speed elevators, which will deliver those interested in less than a minute. A favorite place among tourists has become the observation deck of the tower and the restaurant, which pampers its visitors with delicious dishes while they admire the city landscape surrounding them.
9. Sydney Aquarium
All travel companies recommend visiting the Sydney Aquarium, which is included in the list of the largest aquariums of our time. This is a popular attraction in Australia, especially among travelers with children. The variety of underwater inhabitants and the size of this place are amazing. Just to walk through the entire aquarium without stopping would take more than three hours. The entrance to the Sydney Aquarium is made in the form of a large shark's mouth, after passing through which visitors find themselves in a new, hitherto unprecedented world.
10. Cape Byron in Australia
The eastern part of mainland Australia is graced by another beautiful place - the world famous Cape Byron, or Byron Bay. On the outskirts of the cape, at its highest point, there is a lighthouse. From here, travelers will see the endless expanses of the ocean with dolphins splashing in the waves. But you can only watch them from June to October. For those who want to learn to surf, Cape Byron is perfect. Also here you can take a hang glider flight and enjoy the beauty of the local nature, as they say from a bird's eye view. Scuba diving and swimming with dolphins are very popular activities in Byron Bay.
The Barossa Valley may not be the most famous attraction in Australia, but it is without a doubt one of the most picturesque places in the state. The valley is located in the south and is famous for the production of red wines. Of course, like any wine region, this one offers its visitors a tour of all the famous local wine cellars. For those who prefer to travel by transport, the Barossa Valley provides the opportunity to try out many options for transport trips, including bus and car trips, hot air balloon flights, biker motorcycles and a number of other interesting offers for every taste. Gourmets can try local cuisine and taste wines.
12. Fraser Island
Australia's true treasure is the beautiful Fraser Island. It is separated from the mainland by marshy areas. In order to get to it, you need to pass peat bogs and the habitat of wild dingo dogs. But the reward for this will be an unforgettable vacation on a white sand beach. Fraser combines all the beauty of Australia's diverse nature. Mangrove forests coexist with swamps, beaches and freshwater lakes. The aborigines who lived here before the arrival of Europeans gave the island the name Kgari, which means “paradise” in their dialect. Holidays on this island are truly heavenly!
So, as you can see, attractions of australia confirm its status as the most beautiful country in the world. Be sure to put Australia on your bucket list and you won’t regret it! Thank you for your attention and good luck!